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Childminder in North Tyneside
My Summary
About Me
My name is Catherine and I am a childminder in the Northumberland Park and Backworth area. I am a mum to 3 children (11, 15 and 17) and have a lovely 9 year old labradoodle. I have been married to my husband Tony for 21 years. I am 45 years old.
My Experience
I am a qualified childminder and have been working with children for around 15 years! I started my own playgroup, party and soft play business called Carroty Custards in 2012. We were very popular and loved meeting new families. I was lucky enough to host parties for some families 4 years in a row and still know many of them now! I also ran a very popular playgroup in Benton for many years. I love the opportunity to meet new parents and their children.
I love being a childminder and am fortunate to have a large playroom to share with the children as well as a lot of outdoor space and access to the wagonways. I am situated 2 minutes walk from Northumberland Park metro and with easy access to the A19.
I regularly update my training and learning and I also work closely with several local Childminder’s meaning we keep up to date with local services and the children get to enjoy lots of social activities.
I have three lovely children of my own- a little girl who is 11 and my sons who are 15 and 17. We are energetic and love the outdoors. Our home backs onto the Wagonways so you will often find us walking our dog or riding our bikes!
My Qualifications
I am a fully qualified, Ofsted approved child care provider..
I have undertaken my Level 3 in Home based Childcare and received excellent feedback throughout the course.
I have undertaken additional training in Safeguarding and hold my first aid certificate. I am committed to improving my own professional profile and will be updating my learning regularly.
I received excellent feedback from my Ofsted inspector and have references that I will be happy to share with parents.
In addition to my childcare qualifications I also have a degree in English Literature from University of Newcastle Upon Tyne.
My Availability
I currently have no availability however I will have 1-2. spaces available from September 2027. I do not offer wraparound care for nursery and school age children.
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.00 per hour
My hourly rate starts at £5.50/ £6
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Backworth Park Primary School
My Ofsted Inspections
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Latest Inspection Report Card
Previous Inspection Reports (Old Format)
My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 15/11/2017)
- DBS Check (added 15/11/2017)
- First Aid Certificate: Tigerlily First Aid Training (added 15/11/2017)
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This profile was last updated on 15th August 2026 and has been produced from information provided to us by the user. We have not verified or confirmed the accuracy of any of the information and members should undertake their own vigorous checks and references. Please ensure you read our Safety Advice and information on how to Check Childcare Provider Documents.